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Flash Sale - #99cents Keys To Her Heart

One-click Keys To Her Heart while it's on sale for just 99cents. This sale won't last long, so if you haven't picked up that latest story in the Brookfield series, now is the time!

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New Release - Keys To Her Heart (Brookfield Series)

I'm so excited to share this story with you. I think it's one of my favorites from the series!

Love happens when you least expect it.

Officer Cody Duncan gave up on love years ago. Or so he thought.  He was content with his quiet solitary life, until a clumsy waitress spilled hot coffee on his pants and turned his world upside down. Suddenly, there’s a new heat in his life, filled with cravings for things he once pushed aside.

Lily Jenkins’ busy life as a single mom and primary caretaker for her elderly mother leaves little time for herself. Struggling to adjust to a new life in a small town, her focus is too easily derailed by the gorgeous man she accidentally spilled hot coffee on. Knowing she has too much already going on, Lily vows to keep Cody at a distance, even though she craves him in ways she never thought possible.

Their attempts at simple friendship continually fail as they soon discover an untamable fire between them whenever they are alone together.

Seeing a life he never imagined for himself, will Cody have the patience to wait for the woman of his dreams? Will Lily finally let go and give Cody the Keys to Her Heart?

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Excerpt Once Gunther was buckled into his father’s car, Lily leaned in and hugged him tight. “I’m going to miss you so much. Don’t grow too much over the weekend.”

“Mom.” Gunther rolled his eyes. “I’ll be home tomorrow.”

She kissed his cheek. “Don’t roll your eyes at me, and I love you. Call if you need me.” Lily closed the door and spun around to Heath. “Drive safe. Text me when you get home.”

“Will do.” He pulled the keys from his pocket. “Enjoy some time to yourself.”

Lily leaned against her car and watched as they drove off. She should be feeling the excitement of freedom. She could do whatever she wanted for the next day, but instead, she missed her son the second the car was out of her sight.

She picked up the coffee she’d set on the hood and took a long drink. She glanced out at the park. A few people were out running this morning. God, she wished she had that kind of determination. Lily was one of those people, if you saw her running, you should run yourself, since something was most likely chasing her.

One runner caught her attention just as he stopped a few feet in front of her. He leaned over, hands on his knees as he caught his breath.

“Cody.”

His head turned, looking at her. Sweaty and sexy. He wore a pair of navy athletic shorts and a white wife beater. And, oh God, the muscles on his arms. She’d not expected to see those. Damn, she really wanted to wrap her hands around them and see if they were as hard as they appeared.

“Hey.” He stood straight.

“You okay?” Cody seemed winded. “Do you run often?”

He chuckled. “I do. However, I just extended my sprint. Pushing myself this morning.”

“Oh, okay.”  She knew nothing about running, but assumed that meant he was running as fast as he could.

“What are you doing out here?” He ran his hands through his damp hair.

“Gunther just went with his dad.” So I’m free.

“Do you have any plans?”

Say yes. Lily didn’t need to get mixed up with him right now. A boyfriend—or whatever he would be—would be one more thing in her life she just didn’t have time for. However, as he stood before her, his shirt clinging to his chest and his hair a sexy, wet mess, she couldn’t find the courage to lie. She had all weekend to get that pedicure, after all. “Nothing set in stone.”

“I’d love to take you out.” He cleared his throat. “If you’d like. No pressure.”

“What did you have in mind?” Anything he came up with would be fun.

“I need a shower. How about I come pick you up in about two hours and we’ll go find something fun to do?”

She shook her head. “Not my house. I’d rather meet you someplace.”

He raised an eyebrow, but didn’t push. “Okay. Eleven here?”

“That works.”

“Good. I’ll see you soon.” He winked and flashed her his incredibly sexy smile.

Lily nodded as she reached behind her to grab the door handle. Only, she hadn’t realized she’d moved several steps toward him. And in her attempt to grab the car handle, she’d lost her balance, landing on her backside.

Her cheeks burned. Why did she keep doing stupid things in front of this man?

“Are you okay?” Cody knelt down. “You’ve got to stop falling.”

Yeah, she was fine, minus the fact her ass hurt from the gravel.
Want more? Check out CHAPTER ONE.

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Dieting and Exercise - Oh My!

In March, I started to diet and exercise a lot. I began working with a personal trainer 2 times a week and staying on a low calorie diet. Recently I cut out sugar and starches as well, and trying to eat a more clean lifestyle. I'm happy to report with a lot of hard work, I was able to lose 15 pounds of FAT and build a lot of muscle. I'm fitting in clothes I haven't worn in a few years, so it feels like I have a brand new wardrobe!

Changing my lifestyle has been an adjustment. I've had to start carefully planning my meals. No more grabbing a bowl of chips for lunch or snaking on bagel bites. I've learned a lot of new cooking skills as well. Such as I can now make chili without needing the package of seasoning I usually buy when I want to make something. On top of changing my eating habits, I've been working out like crazy. I've not ventured outside much  yet to run, but I've gotten pretty good at it on the treadmill. My goal is in the fall when the kids are back in school to start running. We'll see. I never thought I'd be a runner, so it's nice to have added it to my list of things I've accomplished in life.

The hard part is sticking to this. Life is full of temptations. Chocolate, cake, potato chips. I hope in a few weeks to be able to eat some of those again, but I've committed myself to 6 weeks without it. Crazy...I know. I don't miss my cookies anymore, and let me tell you, I was a cookie-a-holic! I could eat a whole package and not feel guilty--seriously. 

Happy Monday! If you're still eating cookies, would you mind having an extra today for me? *wink wink*

By the way, if you come over and visit - be warned! This eCard explains me!

Schools out for summer!

The kid's last day of school was May 22, and since then we've been going non-stop. First, my daughter had strep throat, then once she was better, it's been this and that, go here and there. Agh! I told the kids today I needed a mommy break. I've got work to do. And guess what releases next week? KEYS TO HER HEART! Ack! I've still got to read it once last time and get it formatted before release.  Love happens when you least expect it.

Officer Cody Duncan gave up on love years ago. Or so he thought.  He was content with his quiet solitary life, until a clumsy waitress spilled hot coffee on his pants and turned his world upside down. Suddenly, there’s a new heat in his life, filled with cravings for things he once pushed aside.

Lily Jenkins’ busy life as a single mom and primary caretaker for her elderly mother leaves little time for herself. Struggling to adjust to a new life in a small town, her focus is too easily derailed by the gorgeous man she accidentally spilled hot coffee on. Knowing she has too much already going on, Lily vows to keep Cody at a distance, even though she craves him in ways she never thought possible.

Their attempts at simple friendship continually fail as they soon discover an untamable fire between them whenever they are alone together.

Seeing a life he never imagined for himself, will Cody have the patience to wait for the woman of his dreams? Will Lily finally let go and give Cody the Keys to Her Heart?

Friday Giveaway - Pick a Book!

Happy Friday! And to celebrate summer vacation starting in my house, I'm offering up a giveaway! This giveaway runs today only! Good luck!

Hypnotized has gotten a make over!

Sometimes the cover isn't the right one for a book. I made a tough decision and decided to change my cover for Hypnotized. While the book has done wonderful, and I thank each of you who has picked this one up, I worry the cover isn't the right one for the book. Yes, my hero Gabe rides a motorcycle, but this isn't a biker romance, and I fear I've led a few readers in the wrong direction with the cover. 

Hypnotized is about Paisley moving out and learning the ropes of life and falling in love for her first time. Gabe is the reformed bad boy who catches her eye, and with his help, encourages her to become stronger.

I hope you like the new cover. I loved the old one, but I must say, this one is pretty good too! And I think it captures Gabe and Paisley in a whole different way.

If you've not picked this one up yet, it's on sale for $2.99.

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*Note - at the time of this post Amazon still had not updated the new cover. However, if you've already purchased this book, when it updates, you should be able to update it on your kindle if you choose.*

Battling Self Doubt

Monday's are personal posts, and this is one that gets pretty personal.

I am my toughest critic. I can't even express to you the amount of time I spend doubting myself as a writer. Did I write the best story? Did I show enough emotion? Am I as good as half the other authors out there? Oh God, that reviewer hated my book, should I unpublish it?

These are things that go through my head all the time. Some days it gets in the way of my writing to the point I just can't write. I doubt myself too much, that when I stare at my latest work in progress, I begin to wonder, what is the point? When days like that hit, I will spend my time cleaning and working through it. Usually these feelings only last a day, maybe two. Confession time, those feelings have been sticking around a lot more lately. I've had a lot of edits lately on books, and each set of edits I learn something new. Maybe I picked up a bad habit (I do this a lot), or the editor might not have seen the vision I had for a story. These things creep into my head and make me doubt. However, I'm not sure edits are the reason why I've been feeling the way I have.

All authors have bad writing habits. Usually with time, we learn and get rid of whatever habit it is, only to trade it in for another.  Every now and then, a bad habit I beat slides back in. This is normal, I know this. This shouldn't get my down. But I usually find I'm disappointed with myself mostly. 

I try not to read reviews, unless they are rated 3 stars or higher. I appreciate constructive criticism, and I do learn things from the lower reviews. Someone might offer good tips that can help me improve, and improving is something I want to do. With each book I hope my writing gets better. I want someone who has read me from book 1, to pick up my latest story and go "Wow, she just keeps getting better!" In case you're wondering why I avoid reviews below 3 stars, well I've had some reviews that were more personal toward me. No, they don't know me, but sometimes someone dislikes a book and the review is harsher. Okay, I had one book compared to a pile of flaming dog poo. That hurts, I admit it. However, I have to do my best not to let it bother me.

Perhaps that is where a lot of the self doubt comes in. Not that said reviewer doesn't like the book, because everyone is entitled to their own opinions, but that usually when I read reviews I'm home alone.

As a writer, I spend many hours alone in my home. If something in my writing career bothers me, I don't have a buddy in the cubicle next to me to vent to and go get a drink with after work. It's just me...and my six cats and dog. So if for some reason the self doubt comes in, I usually close down the computer and don't go back near it. I clean the heck out of my house too. The hubby might like that. :)

In no way is this a blog post leading up to me quitting. Not at all. I know I'm not alone in these feelings, and I want other writers who might be having a down day to know they aren't alone. Just because today is the one where you want to throw the towel in, pull all your books down, and pretend like this never happened, just remember that there is tomorrow.

Tomorrow you'll wake up, and it just might be your day. That day you've been waiting for where you write so much, you know you rock. Perhaps that contract you've been waiting for will hit your inbox. 

Don't give up!

I tell myself this. Even right now, while I am writing this post because I am feeling down. I'm having doubts on if I can make it in this career. 

But I'm not going anywhere. I'm not giving up! I've wanted to be an author since I was in middle school. I've been blessed to have found readers. Believe me, I am so thankful for each and every single one of you. It brightens my day when you PM me on Facebook just to say hi. I love connecting with you. Sometimes I friendly conversation in my readers' group is all I need.

Happy Monday! I do hope that each and everyone who is reading this has a wonderful week! And if today is your down day, Tuesday will be here before you know it. Let's rock this week!

The Sin Circus - Now Available for #99cents!

Now Available and at the limited-time price of 99cents! This is one hot and steamy read!

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Everyone remembers their first trip to the circus--the home of fantasy and dreams. Where the idea that anything is possible meets a creative reality of alluring tricks and amazing acts of defiance. The big top is known for inspiring lust, awe, and happy memories, and now you'll see it like never before.

Some of today's hottest romance authors combine the decadent memories of the center ring with all the flavors in erotic fiction in The Sin Circus. Whether it's with a dominating Ringmaster, a lion tamer's bratty kittens, or a dark Harlequin King, this show is sure to shock the audience with it's dazzling dares and tantalizing tales.
Teach Me to Surrender by Rachel Firasek
He stole her control, but she hasn't completely surrendered her heart...yet.

Claimed by the Blade by Mina Carter
He's waited years to claim her. Tonight, she's all out of excuses...

Ring of Fire by Lacey Wolfe
The Ringmaster must figure out his feelings before his ballerina goes up in flames...

Festival of Flesh by Jennifer James
Tormented by touch, the King of the Harlequin resolves to release his bratty sub before she strips away the last barriers between them, and discovers his secret shame.

Lioness Tamer by April Angel
Two sexy female lovers. A new master ready to tame them. And the performance they'll never forget.

Sweet & Sticky by Sabrina Garie
Recipe for forever: Mix a flailing writer with a down-on-his-luck agent, toss in a pound of cotton candy and an empty bleacher. Let simmer.

Twice the Pleasure by Georgina DeBurca
As the bindings unravel, two brothers race to save the woman who has captured their hearts.

With the Greatest of Ease by Anne Lange
He traded a trapeze and the catch of a lifetime for a life in a courtroom. Now he’ll share her, to catch her, one last time Excerpt from Ring of Fire Late the next morning, during practice, Ramone strolled around under the big top. Smiles filled their faces, and laughs echoed throughout. He didn’t see the one person he wanted to—Arianna. She should be in her place, blind fold on, and twirling her little heart out.

Irritation coursed through him. There went his good day. He stomped toward the back entrance of the tent and froze mid-step when he spotted her.

Arianna’s long hair was down. She wore a small tank top with oversized sweat pants. She did a different dance than he was used to. She danced the way he always thought she should—gracefully without thinking. He could tell this was for pleasure. Whatever music sounded through her ear buds had her lost in the moment.

He wanted to lace his arms around her waist and pull her into him. Feel her firm body against his. Have her smile just for him, instead of the usual glares of hate.

He cleared his throat to get her attention, but she kept dancing. He walked toward her, catching her fruity scent on the slight breeze. Images of her in the shower came back full force—lathering the soap up her trim thighs and getting side tracked when he found her center wet from much more than water.

Damn it. He needed to stop this torture.

Reaching out, he caught her wrist. She tore the blind fold from her eyes with a startled expression. “Ramone?”

Her sea-green eyes slightly widened, her lips parted, and his animal instinct kicked in. He had to have her—now.

I like Mondays, anyone with me?

Happy Monday! This day seems to always come much quicker than we like, however, I think I was ready to see it today. As a stay-at-home-mom/author, Monday's are usually a day I look forward to. Everyone returns to work or school, and I get to have my quiet house back. I can sit and write, edit, clean, do laundry, etc.

We had a fun weekend. Between a birthday party, a visit from my mother-in-law (who I get along with--shocking!), and just hanging around with the family, I was ready for today. Okay, I'll be honest, I was feeling awfully cranky. My daughter was wound up and hyper yesterday, that I even thought, I can't wait until I drop her off at school tomorrow. Come on, like you other mom's haven't had these thoughts. lol.  Monday's are my day. Sometimes they are super productive after being away from writing all weekend, and sometimes they are super lazy. So far today, it's a toss up. I can't believe it's almost 11AM here, and all I've done is workout, shower, and do some edits. I guess that's kinda productive, but I'd hoped to get more writing in. It will come...I'm sure.

Happy Monday! If you like Monday's give me a cheer, if you dislike Monday's, well, we're only a few days away from Friday. Don't worry, we'll make it!

Hypnotized is climbing the charts in the UK!

I'm totally shocked with how well Hypnotized has done since it released last week. THANK YOU so much to everyone who has picked it up. It means so much to me. It's done well in both the USA and the UK, but currently in the UK it's on two best seller lists. 

Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #736 Paid in Kindle Store (See Top 100 Paid in Kindle Store)#47 in Kindle Store > Books > Fiction > Romance >  New Adult #50 in Books > Fiction > Romance >  New Adult
Again, THANK YOU! My Friday has been made. :) If you've enjoyed Gabe and Paisley, they will be getting a follow up story. :)

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